Brooke Lugo

Brooke Lugo, ACSW, is an Associate Clinical Social Worker who provides compassionate, individualized therapy for children, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation difficulties, family conflict, school-related stress, self-esteem concerns, and the challenges of growing up.

With a Master’s degree in Social Work and experience working with young people in diverse settings, including elementary schools and group homes, Brooke understands that emotional and behavioral challenges can be influenced by many different parts of a child or teen’s life. She considers the impact of family relationships, school experiences, social pressures, major transitions, and each client’s individual strengths and needs.

Brooke’s therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion, honesty, understanding, and collaboration. She works to create a safe and supportive environment where young clients feel comfortable talking about what they are experiencing and where they can develop the confidence to explore difficult emotions and challenges without fear of judgment.

Her areas of focus include anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, family conflict, school difficulties, low self-esteem, and adolescent stress. Brooke helps clients better understand their emotions, recognize patterns that may be contributing to distress, and develop practical coping strategies they can use in everyday life.

For children and teens who struggle with big emotions, frustration, sadness, worry, or feeling overwhelmed, Brooke focuses on building emotional awareness and regulation skills. Therapy may include helping clients identify triggers, communicate their needs more effectively, manage difficult feelings, and build healthier responses to stressful situations.

Brooke also supports young people as they navigate the complexities of adolescence and early adulthood, including changing relationships, identity development, academic pressure, increased independence, and family expectations. Her goal is to provide a steady, supportive space where clients can better understand themselves while building confidence and resilience.

When family dynamics are contributing to stress, Brooke works to help clients better understand relationship patterns, strengthen communication, and develop healthier ways of responding to conflict. She recognizes that meaningful change often involves understanding how a young person’s home, school, and social environments interact with their emotional well-being.

Brooke uses evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to the individual needs and developmental stage of each client. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, she works collaboratively with clients to identify goals, recognize strengths, and develop strategies that feel realistic and meaningful.

At the heart of Brooke’s work is a belief that young people are capable of meaningful growth when they feel supported, understood, and empowered. She strives to build strong therapeutic relationships that help clients develop greater self-esteem, healthier coping skills, emotional resilience, and confidence in navigating life’s challenges.

Whether your child or teen is struggling with anxiety, depression, school stress, family conflict, emotional regulation, or self-esteem, Brooke offers a supportive space to help them better understand what they are experiencing and build the skills they need to move forward.